Cornus sericea ~ Red Twig, Red Osier Dogwood low-water New foliage is often late

New foliage is often late to appear

Powdery mildew can be a problem with too much shade

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Leaf spot and crown rot can be an occasional problem

Cornus sericea ~ Red Twig, Red Osier Dogwood low-water New foliage is often lateRed Twig Dogwood is known for its striking red stems, which are most prominent in the winter when the leaves have fallen off. It's a deciduous shrub that can grow up to 9 feet tall and wide. In the spring, it produces clusters of small white flowers, followed by small white berries in the summer. This shrub is quite versatile and can thrive in a variety of soil conditions, including wet or poorly drained areas. It prefers full sun to partial shade and